London to Stratford bus with Airport Bus Express Ltd

Thu, May 14
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The cheapest and fastest buses from London to Stratford

Showing times and prices for May 14

Cheapest price

$24

Average price

$24

Fastest journey

45 m

Average duration

45 m

Buses per day

48

Distance

9 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London to Stratford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from London to Stratford will cost around $24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $24.

Fast buses

Of the 48 buses that leave London for Stratford on Thu, May 14, 48 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, May 14 the direct buses cover the 9 km distance in an average of 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 45 m .

On Thu, May 14 the slowest buses will take 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

  • FlibcoFlibco
    4:30 PM0h45
    Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
    5:15 PMLondon, Stratford City Bus Station
    $241One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlibcoFlibco
    5:00 PM0h45
    Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
    5:45 PMLondon, Stratford City Bus Station
    $241One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlibcoFlibco
    6:00 PM0h45
    Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
    6:45 PMLondon, Stratford City Bus Station
    $241One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlibcoFlibco
    7:30 PM0h45
    Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
    8:15 PMLondon, Stratford City Bus Station
    $241One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlibcoFlibco
    6:00 AM0h45
    Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
    6:45 AMLondon, Stratford City Bus Station
    $241One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for London to Stratford

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London to Stratford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $9, and a bus costs an average of $10.

Distance: 5 miles (9 km)

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Bus
Train
Driving

$22

Average price

$10

Average price

Cheapest

$21

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 17m

Average total duration

47m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

37m

Average total duration

Fastest

7m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

46m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.0 - 0.0kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.0kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

-

CO2 emissions

Airport Bus Express Ltd

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Elizabeth line

Most popular train company

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from London to Stratford is a train with an average price of $10 (€8).

This is compared to other travel options from London to Stratford:

A train is $12 (€9) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from London to Stratford costing on average $22 (€18).

The fastest way to travel from London to Stratford is by train with an average journey time of 7m.

Other travel options to Stratford take longer:

Bus takes on average 47m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London and Stratford including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from London to Stratford among Omio's users.
Take the bus. On this route, it's both cheaper and quicker than driving.

You'll arrive about -1h -1m sooner (47m by bus vs 46m by car) and save roughly $-0.82 (€-0.66) compared to fuel and tolls ($22 (€18) vs $21 (€17)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.

Direct coaches are operated by Airport Bus Express Ltd, Flibco, Megabus, flibco, Go Ahead London, Stagecoach London.

Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.

London to Stratford Bus Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationDeparture daysCheapest price
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
12:00AM
Arrival Time
12:45AM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$20
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
12:30AM
Arrival Time
01:15AM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$20
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
01:00AM
Arrival Time
01:45AM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$20
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
01:30AM
Arrival Time
02:15AM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$20
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
02:00AM
Arrival Time
02:45AM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$20
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
02:30AM
Arrival Time
03:15AM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$20
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
03:00AM
Arrival Time
03:45AM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$20
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
03:30AM
Arrival Time
04:15AM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$20
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
04:00AM
Arrival Time
04:45AM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$20
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
04:30AM
Arrival Time
05:15AM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$20
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
05:00AM
Arrival Time
05:45AM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$20
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
05:30AM
Arrival Time
06:15AM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$20
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
06:00AM
Arrival Time
06:45AM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$19
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
06:30AM
Arrival Time
07:15AM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$19
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
07:00AM
Arrival Time
07:45AM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$19
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
07:30AM
Arrival Time
08:15AM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$19
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
08:00AM
Arrival Time
08:45AM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$19
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
08:30AM
Arrival Time
09:15AM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$19
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
09:00AM
Arrival Time
09:45AM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$19
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
09:30AM
Arrival Time
10:15AM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$19
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
10:00AM
Arrival Time
10:45AM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$19
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
10:30AM
Arrival Time
11:15AM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$19
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
11:00AM
Arrival Time
11:45AM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$19
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
11:30AM
Arrival Time
12:15PM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$19
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
12:00PM
Arrival Time
12:45PM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$19
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
12:30PM
Arrival Time
01:15PM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$19
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
01:00PM
Arrival Time
01:45PM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$19
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
01:30PM
Arrival Time
02:15PM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$19
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
02:00PM
Arrival Time
02:45PM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$19
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
02:30PM
Arrival Time
03:15PM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$19
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
03:00PM
Arrival Time
03:45PM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$19
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
03:30PM
Arrival Time
04:15PM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$19
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
04:00PM
Arrival Time
04:45PM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$19
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
04:30PM
Arrival Time
05:15PM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$19
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
05:00PM
Arrival Time
05:45PM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$19
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
05:30PM
Arrival Time
06:15PM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$19
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
06:00PM
Arrival Time
06:45PM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$19
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
06:30PM
Arrival Time
07:15PM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$19
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
07:00PM
Arrival Time
07:45PM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$19
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
07:30PM
Arrival Time
08:15PM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$19
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
08:00PM
Arrival Time
08:45PM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$19
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
08:30PM
Arrival Time
09:15PM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$19
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
09:00PM
Arrival Time
09:45PM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$19
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
09:30PM
Arrival Time
10:15PM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$19
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
10:00PM
Arrival Time
10:45PM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$19
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
10:30PM
Arrival Time
11:15PM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$19
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
11:00PM
Arrival Time
11:45PM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$19
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
11:30PM
Arrival Time
12:15AM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$20

Live departures

London to Stratford bus times

The table below shows live departures for London to Stratford buses for today, Wednesday, May 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
FlibcoFlibco4:30 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
5:15 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco5:00 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
5:45 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco5:30 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
6:15 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco6:00 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
6:45 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco6:30 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
7:15 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco7:00 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
7:45 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco7:30 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
8:15 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco8:00 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
8:45 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco8:30 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
9:15 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco9:00 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
9:45 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco9:30 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
10:15 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco10:00 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
10:45 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco10:30 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
11:15 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco11:00 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
11:45 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco11:30 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
12:15 AM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco12:00 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
12:45 AM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco12:30 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
1:15 AM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco1:00 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
1:45 AM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco1:30 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
2:15 AM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco2:00 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
2:45 AM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco2:30 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
3:15 AM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco3:00 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
3:45 AM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco3:30 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
4:15 AM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco4:00 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
4:45 AM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco4:30 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
5:15 AM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco5:00 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
5:45 AM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco5:30 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
6:15 AM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco6:00 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
6:45 AM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco6:30 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
7:15 AM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco7:00 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
7:45 AM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco7:30 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
8:15 AM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco8:00 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
8:45 AM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco8:30 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
9:15 AM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco9:00 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
9:45 AM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco9:30 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
10:15 AM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco10:00 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
10:45 AM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco10:30 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
11:15 AM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco11:00 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
11:45 AM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco11:30 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
12:15 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco12:00 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
12:45 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco12:30 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
1:15 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco1:00 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
1:45 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco1:30 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
2:15 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco2:00 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
2:45 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco2:30 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
3:15 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco3:00 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
3:45 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco3:30 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
4:15 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect
FlibcoFlibco4:00 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
4:45 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station0 transfersDirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from London to Stratford

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Buses from London to Stratford run on average 49 times per day, taking around 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) but you can travel from only $9 (€7) by train.

There are 49 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:53. The fastest bus covers the 5 miles (9 km) distance in 45m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $9 (€7)
Distance
5 miles (9 km)
Average bus duration
47m
Cheapest ticket price
$10 (€8)
Buses per day
49
Direct buses
49
Fastest bus
45m
First bus
12:01 AM
Last bus
11:53 PM
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Fri
Best time to book
1 day
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $9 (€7)

Bus providers: Airport Bus Express Ltd, National Express, Flibco, Megabus, flibco, Go Ahead London, Stagecoach London from London to StratfordYou can travel by bus between London to Stratford with Airport Bus Express Ltd, National Express, Flibco, Megabus, flibco, Go Ahead London, Stagecoach London for as low as $9 (€7). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
50m
Cheapest Price
$7 (€5)
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

Megabus

About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
55m
Cheapest Price
$21 (€17)
Megabus frequency
33 a day
Luggage included
One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.

Airport Bus Express Ltd

About
Airport Bus Express Ltd. is a UK-based bus company providing affordable and reliable airport transfer services to major London airports, including Stansted, Heathrow, Gatwick, and Luton. The company emphasizes reliability, punctuality, and passenger satisfaction through regular vehicle maintenance. They offer both regular passenger transportation and bus rentals. Routes often include breaks for longer journeys, and while M-tickets are available on some routes, printing may be required for others. Airport Bus Express aims to provide a stress-free experience with easy online booking and connections to various transport hubs in London.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
25m
Cheapest Price
$14 (€11)
Airport Bus Express Ltd frequency
36 a day
Luggage included
One large suitcase (max 20kg) and one item of hand luggage (max 10kg) are included per person.
Additional luggage
A surcharge of £5 is payable per additional suitcase or large item, if space permits.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policy depends on the coach operator and ticket type; some tickets are non-refundable.
Refund
If a service is canceled or delayed by more than 120 minutes, passengers have the right to alternative transport or a full ticket refund.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
The coaches are PSVAR-compliant, indicating accessibility features.

Flibco

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
45m
Cheapest Price
$10 (€8)
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Additional luggage
5€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
Amenities on board the bus
Toilets
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating.

flibco

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
39m
Cheapest Price
$21 (€17)
flibco frequency
46 a day

Go Ahead London

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
34m
Cheapest Price
$37 (€30)
Go Ahead London frequency
16 a day

Stagecoach London

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
28m
Cheapest Price
$5 (€4)
Stagecoach London frequency
34 a day

FAQs: Bus from London to Stratford

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Stratford by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Stratford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap bus tickets from London to Stratford can start from as little as $10 (€8) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for London to Stratford is $22 (€18) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from London to Stratford is 45m to travel the 5 miles (9 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest bus from London to Stratford leaves at 12:01 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from London to Stratford leaves at 11:53 PM.
Yes, there are 49 direct buses a day from London to Stratford with Airport Bus Express Ltd, Flibco, Megabus, flibco, Go Ahead London, Stagecoach London. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
When taking a bus from London to Stratford, you can count on Airport Bus Express Ltd, National Express, Flibco, Megabus, flibco, Go Ahead London, Stagecoach London for the best way to get you to Stratford. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between London and Stratford and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
When departing from London , you have various bus station options to start your journey from including Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station, London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station - Stop G), London, Victoria Coach Station, London, Leman Street / Buckle Street (Aldgate East), London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3, London, Whitechapel Station Royal London Hospital (Stop B), London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4, London, Tottenham Hale Bus Station, London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5, London, Canada Square South (Canary Wharf Station), London, York Road (London Eye), London, Marble Arch, London, Baker Street Station, London, Southwark Street / Blackfriars Road, London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station), London, Elephant and Castle, London, Golders Green Station, London, Lithos Road, London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant), London, New Cross Gate, London, Shoreditch High St / Bethnal Green Road (Stop L), London, Lewisham, London, Hammersmith Bridge Road, London, Kingsland Road / Middleton Road, London, Bethnal Green, London, Eltham, London, St John's Wood . When arriving in Stratford , you can end your journey in bus stations like London, Stratford City Bus Station, London, Bow Church Station (Stop A) .Passengers board the bus most frequently from Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station, which is located around 1 away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at London, Stratford City Bus Station, located 0 away from the city centre.
A day trip to Stratford from London is worth doing with a journey time of 45m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from London to Stratford is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London and Stratford including taking a train and bus.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from London to Stratford:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
  • Airport Bus Express Ltd
    • The coaches are PSVAR-compliant, indicating accessibility features.
  • Flibco
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Accessible seating.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from London to Stratford for bus company Airport Bus Express Ltd, National Express, Flibco, Megabus.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from London to Stratford depends on the bus companies:
  • National Express
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
  • Airport Bus Express Ltd
    • Cancellation policy depends on the coach operator and ticket type
    • some tickets are non-refundable.
  • Flibco
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from London to Stratford.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from London to Stratford:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
  • Airport Bus Express Ltd
    • One large suitcase (max 20kg) and one item of hand luggage (max 10kg) are included per person.
  • Flibco
    • One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from London to Stratford:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
  • Airport Bus Express Ltd
    • A surcharge of £5 is payable per additional suitcase or large item, if space permits.
  • Flibco
    • 5€ per additional bag.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the bus from London to Stratford. The following conditions apply:
  • Flibco
    • Small pets allowed in carriers
    • must be placed on the floor during the journey.
You can reserve your seat on the bus from London to Stratford with the following bus company: National Express, Megabus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from London to Stratford with the following bus company: Airport Bus Express Ltd, National Express, Megabus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from London to Stratford with the following bus company: Airport Bus Express Ltd, National Express, Megabus.
Since neither London nor Stratford are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United Kingdom and United Kingdom. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from London to Stratford among Omio's users.
The currency used in the United Kingdom is the British Pound Sterling (GBP). For travelers, using a card is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially in cities and for transportation tickets, though carrying some cash can be useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
In Stratford, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas such as near the Stratford International station and during events at the Royal Shakespeare Theatre. Common scams include overcharging by some taxi drivers and unofficial ticket sellers offering inflated prices for local transportation or theatre tickets. It is advisable to use authorized services and stay vigilant in busy spots to ensure safety.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from London to Stratford

London
Stratford
The major bus station for departures in London is Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station for your trip from London to Stratford.
Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach StationWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 00:00-23:59
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
carConnection
Car connection
Bassingbourn Rd
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Pret a Manger (in the station)
  • Starbucks (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the coach station, with services operating 24/7.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
  • Bus: National Express, Airport Bus: Express Train: Stansted Express
London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station - Stop G)WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
3 km
carConnection
Car connection
Bishopsgate
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Pret a Manger (in the station)
  • Starbucks (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the station on Bishopsgate.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station - Stop G)
  • Bus: 11, 23, 26, 76, 133, 388 Metro: Central, Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan Train: Greater Anglia, TfL Rail
London, Victoria Coach StationWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
carConnection
Car connection
Buckingham Palace Road
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Pret a Manger (in the station)
  • Starbucks (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for London, Victoria Coach Station
  • Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express

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